Elbert, CO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
150 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
45 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$263,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$436 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$975 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Elbert County
1
Denver-Aurora-Centennial Metro Area
4
Colorado
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Elbert County
1
Denver-Aurora-Centennial Metro Area
5
Colorado
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 0 8 25
Feb 0 8 27
Mar 1 16 34
Apr 2 14 41
May 2 4 51
Jun 2 0 60
Jul 3 0 66
Aug 3 0 64
Sep 1 1 56
Oct 1 7 45
Nov 1 9 34
Dec 1 10 25

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 22% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (22%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, CO State Senate District 35, CO State House District 56, CO
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Schools

Elbert Junior-Senior High School
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Elbert Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Cherry Valley Elementary School
8 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Nazarene Bible College
24 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Castle Rock Adventist Hospital
22 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Denver International Airport
45 miles, N • 5 star
Pueblo Memorial Airport
64 miles, S • 1 star
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